The Power of Gratitude Journaling

By Jeanette Griffin

As a busy mom, I know how easy it is to get caught up in the small stuff and get stuck there sometimes. Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff, an article by Richard Carlson, PhD, states that we should not "Ignore problems or pretend they do not exist.” One thing that I have found helpful to me when I begin to get too caught up in the trivial things in life is to find things to be grateful for. Gratitude is a powerful antidote to stress. It takes our focus off of our problems in life and allows us to reconnect with the things that are good. Read more...

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The 10 Minute Vacation

Most moms experience frustration, annoyance, and feelings of exhaustion at times but if you have you noticed an increase in feelings of anxiousness, if the littlest things get you angry, if it seem like you always have a headache coming on, or you just never feel really rested. You may be suffering from stress. While the effects of stress are unique to every person, there are certain influences of stress that are common. Read more…

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So Stressed Out?

There are more women stressed today than in our mother's day. Why?

By Jeanette Griffin


Did you know that women enjoy their free time less than men?


The moms of today are carrying a heavier load. New research has shed some light on the why. It has shown that women dealing with the pressures of life become even more caught up in our care taking, and nurturing side as a means to deal with stress. This is compounded by personal and societal pressures to be the perfect caretakers of our families, and homes. Research suggests women still feel more responsible for taking care of children and housework, even if their spouses are pitching in more than they once did.


The women of our society have been socialized to be the caretakers of others. There are still more
women than men that are juggling career, family, and their home. Read more …

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Mom Time in Two, Five, or Fifteen Minutes

By Jeanette Griffin

As a mom I know how hectic life can get but I also know how important it is to take care of myself and how hard it can be to find time do to it. We all can fit in two, five, or fifteen minutes. Moms do so much for everyone else; we deserve a few minutes of me time.

It’s important that we moms don’t forget ourselves in the busyness of our hectic lives though. When we let ourselves get worn down everyone suffers. This can lead to stress, exhaustion, and a sense of being overwhelmed. To take a few minutes each day to nurture yourself and find healthy ways to relax and relieve stress.

“What I know for sure is that giving yourself time to just be and not do is essential to fulfilling your mission as a human being.” - Oprah

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MOPS International - Mothers of Preschoolers

MOPS stands for Mothers of Preschoolers. MOPS International exists to meet the needs of every mom - urban, suburban and rural moms, stay-at-home and working moms, teen, single and married moms - moms with different lifestyles who all share a similar desire to be the very best moms they can be! MOPS recognizes that the years from infancy through kindergarten are foundational in a mother-child relationship and are filled with unique needs.

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An Example of an Over - Stressed Mom

The following link is just an example of the things that can happen when moms becomes over-stressed.

“For any mom who's ever felt frazzled, overwhelmed or rushed, this show is for you”- Oprah

Overwhelmed Mothers

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Terri Hatcher Getting Hatched

Terrie Hatcher a busy mom and actress wrote the following entry in her blog GetHatched. “Motherhood. Career. Relationships. Friendships. The more experienced I've become at all aspects of being a woman, (and by experienced I do mean OLDER) the more I realize and treasure that I am part of a magnificent community.
Women, in all of our multi-tasking, chore-juggling, diverse-life role-playing glory, are the force behind everything. We are the caregivers, the nurturers, the lovers, and teachers. We do the laundry, clean the house, feed the pets, drive the carpool, and as if that wasn't enough of a job, we often bring home the bacon. (And then cook it, too!)
We graciously take on these responsibilities because we have big hearts and deep wells of commitment. But the weight of all of this too often leaves us drained and craving support of our own."
To read more go to GetHatched

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Five Minutes Away from Relaxation

Meditation for busy mom’s
By Jeanette Griffin


When the pressure of parenthood begins to build it is natural to look for ways to de-stress. A Busy mom’s life can leave us feeling overloaded and overwhelmed and it is natural to want relief. Sometimes the means by which many moms look for relief are not productive or healthy. Such as overeating, smoking, drinking, even excessive exercise can be harmful. There are many stress management techniques and one of the most well-know is Meditation. Meditation has been practiced for thousands of years. It was originally intended to help deepen the understanding of sacred and mystical forces of life. Today, meditation is used for relaxation and stress reduction. It has been known for its ability to calm and restore peace.

Mayo Clinic stated “Meditation can give you a sense of calm, peace and balance that benefits both your emotional well-being and your overall health.”

As a busy Mom it can be difficult to find 30 minutes to sit, let alone to sit quietly. Meditation is not difficult to do; it does not need to be done on a regular base or in extensive sessions. Short, frequent meditation can offer some of the biggest gains.

Try to be mindful throughout the day and notice moments within your day that you can take five minutes to slow your mind, and body.

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An Organized Life = A Balanced Life

By Jeanette Griffin


Cynthia Ewer Editor, Organized Home and author of Houseworks: How to Live Clean, Green and Organized at Home Stated "Clutter can clog the smooth workings of any home, imposing heavy costs on the household." The "clutter clog" not only creates of stress, but it can also be caused by stress.


Often times the emotions tied up with stress will cause us to lose the interest in organizing life, but this disorganization can lead to greater stress. When the morning rush is met with looking for misplaced keys, shoes, phones, or paperwork, it adds to those “life spinning out of control” feelings. Read more ...

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Mom You Can Be Happy

By Jeanette Griffin

Ever mommy has her moments. We have moments when we are completely head over heels in love with our children and others that we are at our “last straw”. They can bring out the worst in us, anger, frustration and even resentment. This doesn’t make us bad moms just real moms. Two easy ways of putting the happy back into being a mom are the following. Read more ...



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Not Enough Minutes

By Jeanette Griffin


I have never met a mom that didn’t feel like there are never enough minutes in her day. If you have fallen prey to the “Not Enough Minutes” problem, it’s time to get a mommy time management makeover. Most moms can list a hundred-and-one reasons why their “me time” has fallen to the bottom of their to-do list. Read more...


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Journal Your Way to Less Stress

By: Jeanette Griffin

Journaling is a powerful tool. It has helped many women manage the stress in their lives. Stress can be associated to a woman’s relationships; relationships with their spouse, a child, or other family members, or work, also health concerns for themselves or a family member. Journaling is one of the most widely used methods for management of stress.
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These are some of the results that journaling can bring. If you would like to learn more about managing stress contact CoachJeanette@apositivelifestyle.com

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The 4 Most Common Mommy Stressors

By Jeanette Griffin

Every mom stresses. For many moms the worrying begins before their child is even born. She worries if she is eating well enough, taking the right vitamins, is the baby moving enough… Most moms would agree that the worries and concerns are all worth the extra heart burn with the first snuggle, the first smile, the first coo. Children enter our lives bearing gifts. They endear us from the get go and the new-parent euphoria can leave us with a case of temporary “New Parent Amnesia”. New Parent Amnesia puts us in a state where we lose all or most of our memory of our pre-parent life.

Our children also bring with them a whole new set of responsibilities. Responsibilities that can leave even the most prepared parent feeling overwhelmed and ill prepared. Parental stress doesn’t go away it only changes and takes on new facets Read more...


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No Isn’t a Dirty Word

It’s okay to be at the top of your priority list.

By Jeanette Griffin

Why is “NO” such a hard word for many women to fit into their vocabulary? Could it be that it is easier just to say “yes"? Psychologists have speculated for years that women are trained to say yes to others' needs, even at our own expense. Our mind may say “no” but our hearts... Read more...

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